Is your family contemplating a relocation to Hannover or have you recently moved here? This university city is culturally rich with numerous museums, excellent shopping and is a hub for rail links to cities all over Europe with Berlin only an hour and fifteen minutes away.
Hannover is the hidden jewel of Northern Europe with a leafy urban standard of living unparalleled in affordability and public transport access with nature all around. Although Germany is known for its high taxation and bureaucratic regulations, the quality of life here is superb. The health care system is excellent, it is very safe, care of the environment is taken seriously, and there are many different cultural offerings to suit every taste.
With gorgeous outdoor spaces, world-renowned museums, abundant coffee and bar options, outdoor and indoor recreation from open air swimming pools to the Opera and numerous festivals, Hannover has something for everyone. Additionally, there are outdoor festivals throughout the year.
Pro tip: museums are free of charge for everyone after PM every Friday throughout Germany. Here are just a few highlights of living in Hannover, a general overview of the city can be found on the official Hannover website. The travel blog Wandertooth has also great tips fo offer for exploring the city.
Maschsee β Located just around the corner from ISHR, one can bike, run, row, sail, swim, or enjoy a nice meal at the Maschsee. Lower Saxony State Museum β Also a short walk from the school, this museum has it all: aquariums, dinosaurs, animals of Germany, in addition to Rembrants, Reubens, and a , year look at human history. Observatory β Observe the stars with high powered telescopes! Hannover has an observatory with many kid-friendly programs.
